If you’re worried about your cat's suddenly matted fur, we’ll give you seven possible reasons for the issue, some tips on how to fix it, and the dangers.

There are several reasons why a cat’s hair may become matted and start falling out. One common cause is poor grooming habits. Cats are generally very clean animals and spend a significant amount of time grooming themselves.

Here's how you can prevent mats from forming in your cat's coat and how to detangle them on those seemingly unavoidable bad hair days. Plus, a professional cat groomer gets to the root of the underlying causes that could make your cat more prone to matting.

The fur of your cat’s back can become clumpy due to the shedding of the undercoat, variations in humidity, specific breed characteristics, excess fur, or greasy fur. Other potential causes can range from nutritional deficiencies, obesity, debris in the coat, stress, dental problems impacting grooming habits, skin infections, parasites ...